Care Assistant - Full Time Days 38.5 hours
Join to apply for the Care Assistant - Full Time Days 38.5 hours role at PrimeLife Ltd. This role will be based at Woodlands Care Home in the Oadby area of Leicester. The home has been specially designed to cater to the every need of 26 residents living with a range of physical and mental health conditions, some related to age, which require dignified support from our caring team. It is essential that candidates for this role are patient, understanding and respectful of our resident’s individual abilities.
Base pay range: Hourly rates of pay ranging from £12.45 to £12.80 per hour depending upon qualification level. The exact pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Benefits of becoming our Care Assistant
* Hourly rates of pay ranging from £12.45 to £12.80 per hour dependent upon qualification level
* Opportunities to learn and progress with the support of our dedicated Quality Matters team
* Fully funded DBS
* Comprehensive Holiday Pay scheme that rewards you for your commitment to care
* Fantastic Refer a Friend scheme, offering up to £250 per successful candidate!
Responsibilities
* Assisting residents with personal hygiene and choosing an outfit for the day ahead
* Supporting residents to dine at mealtimes and maintain good nutrition and hydration
* Encouraging residents to mobilise safely around the home, with the support of mobility aids and specialist equipment
* Providing friendship and companionship, and accompanying residents on social outings or appointments
* Maintaining accurate and timely written records and completing documentation
* Being a part of a multi-disciplinary team and engaging with other care professionals, as and when required, to promote the health and well-being of our residents
* Welcoming family members to the home and assisting with enquiries
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful within this role, you will have a genuine caring nature and a desire to make a real difference for our residents. Prior experience as a Care Assistant or Support worker is desirable but not essential, as full training is provided. Experience with dementia or an understanding of dementia is beneficial. Patience, understanding and respect for residents’ individual abilities are required.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Care Assistant, click ‘apply’ today, and we’ll ensure to be in touch!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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